START:
Short-Term Assignment Readiness Toolkit
START is an on-demand solution for business professionals going on short-term international assignments. It provides the necessary knowledge and tools to accelerate on-assignment performance and facilitate the achievement of business objectives in a new cultural environment.
The webcast series is a core component of START and is comprised of the following topics:
- Going on an International Assignment: Key Considerations
- When Culture Counts: Dealing with Cultural Differences
- How to Use GlobeSmart® to Prepare for Your International Assignment
These five- to fifteen-minute, on-demand sessions provide a convenient way for individuals to access global business advice anytime, anywhere. START webcasts cover the essentials so that employees:
- Can anticipate and be prepared for some of the common challenges associated with short-term international assignments
- Gain practical advice on how to get acclimated quickly and effectively in a new country
- Are able to make immediate, positive impact by learning how to establish credibility, build relationships, and produce results in a compressed time frame
- Have access to an online global business resource — GlobeSmart — for just-in-time, practical information on how to work effectively in their host location
As a complement to the START webcast series, we also offer a two-hour, facilitated virtual session that addresses the short-term assignee's specific needs. A consultant will meet with the participant via a web and phone connection to:
- Identify the participant's challenges and expectations for their assignment
- Review the foundations of culture
- Debrief the participant's GlobeSmart profile
- Share tools and tactics to identify cultural issues, assess the potential impact of those issues, and develop strategies to achieve better results
- Provide social integration tips
